ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lafayette, Indiana. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline : RN Start Date : 12 / 16 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, nights Employment Type : Travel Opportunity : Registered Nurse - PCU Job Details :
- Work 3x12 hour shifts with block scheduling Friday through Sunday
- Recent charge experience required with $3 per hour pay increase for charge responsibilities
- Christmas guaranteed off
- Patient ratios : PCU budgeted at 3 : 1 with maximum 4 : 1, charge nurses may take limited 2 : 1 assignment if staffing requires
- 18 months of experience required, first-time travelers accepted
- Weekend requirement with must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
- Guaranteed hours : 36 hours per workweek for 3x12 shifts
- Required certifications : ACLS, BLS (NIHSS preferred)
- Indiana state license required and must be in hand prior to start date
- Float within scope to meet facility needs including to affiliate hospitals
- No on-call requirements
- Dress code : red scrub top, black bottoms
- Free parking provided
- Charting system : Cerner
- Care for adult and geriatric patients on 27-bed cardiac and medical PCU unit
- Required skills : telemetry monitoring, IV starts, cardiac and vasoactive drips, BiPAP, high flow oxygen
- Handle post cardiac catheterization patients, heart procedures, and ICU stepdown cases
- Manage medications including Levophed, Dopamine, Nitroglycerin, Cardizem, and Amiodarone
- Must have experience with blood product administration, central line care, dysrhythmia interpretation and management Facility : This 194-bed short-term acute care hospital provides comprehensive medical services with a focus on cardiac and critical care. The facility features a true ICU stepdown unit specializing in cardiac procedures including heart catheterizations and advanced cardiac monitoring. The hospital maintains modern technology and equipment to support complex patient care needs and offers interdisciplinary support services for optimal patient outcomes. Location : Lafayette, IN Lafayette offers a vibrant college town atmosphere as home to Purdue University, providing cultural activities, dining, and entertainment options. The city combines small-town charm with urban amenities and is conveniently located near major metropolitan areas while offering affordable living costs and a strong sense of community. Adex Job ID 3052517. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. About ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC ADEX has been placing healthcare professionals across the US since 2004. Originally founded in Atlanta, GA, the company's headquarters are now located in Tampa, FL. JCAHO certified since 2009. Benefits Referral bonus